A major winter storm has hit the northeastern United States, causing widespread disruption due to heavy snowfall and strong winds. According to data from the portal 'Poweroutage', nearly 400,000 customers experienced power outages, highlighting the severe impact of the storm. The blizzard warnings extended to over 40 million residents in states such as New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Connecticut, indicating the storm's vast reach and seriousness.

In New York, nearly 38 centimeters of snow was recorded in Central Park, marking the heaviest snowfall in over five years from a single storm, as reported by CNN. The combination of heavy, wet snow and strong winds led to fallen trees, damaged power lines, and local flooding, particularly along the Massachusetts coast. This weather phenomenon, defined as a blizzard, involves wind speeds exceeding 55 kilometers per hour alongside significantly reduced visibility, which can paralyze public life.

Local authorities in New York imposed travel bans and urged residents to stay off the roads to avoid potential accidents and assist emergency services. The impacts of the storm are expected to linger as recovery efforts initiate and residents face ongoing challenges with power restoration and cleaning up after the heavy snowfall. As the situation unfolds, it poses questions regarding climate resilience and preparedness for such extreme weather events in the future.